About Our Family
We are a professional couple in Birmingham seeking a reliable, proactive, and highly organized individual to support both childcare and household management. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating structure, anticipating needs, and helping a home run smoothly.
Job Overview
This is a 90% in-person role combining childcare, household support, and light home management. We are looking for someone who can not only care for our child but also take initiative in managing day-to-day household tasks.
Responsibilities
Childcare
- Provide attentive, nurturing care for infant/young child
- Manage feedings, naps, and daily routines
- Engage in age-appropriate developmental activities
- Maintain a safe and clean environment
Household Management
- Grocery shopping and household inventory management
- Ordering household supplies (diapers, toiletries, etc.)
- Light housekeeping (tidying, laundry, dishes—not deep cleaning)
- Meal prep or light cooking (as needed)
- Organizing and maintaining household systems
General Support
- Running errands (returns, pickups, etc.)
- Coordinating occasional service providers (cleaners, maintenance)
- Helping keep the household running smoothly and efficiently
Qualifications
- Proven experience in nannying or childcare roles, including working with infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children.
- Knowledge of child development principles and early childhood education practices.
- Certification in first aid and CPR is highly preferred.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities or special needs is a plus.
- Strong cleaning skills to maintain a hygienic environment for children and the household.
- Ability to prepare healthy meals and snacks suitable for children’s dietary needs.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with parents and other caregivers.
- Demonstrated patience, reliability, and positive attitude in caregiving roles.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules or household priorities as needed. Join us in creating a nurturing environment where children can thrive while supporting the smooth operation of a busy household!
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Proactive and able to anticipate needs
- Comfortable balancing childcare and household responsibilities
- Strong communication skills
- CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain)
- Reliable transportation
Schedule
- Approximately 25–30 hours per week
- Flexible schedule (to be discussed)
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who will become a trusted, long-term partner in our home—someone who takes pride in helping a household run smoothly and enjoys working closely with a family.
Pay: $19.50 - $22.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Hoover, AL 35244 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person